New York City
Policy
What does Jeff Bezos want with New York City?
With continued expansions in New York underway, Bezos has made it clear that he has not given up on the city.
New York State
Policy
Public hearing to weigh gig worker legislation
Sen. Diane Savino will hold a public hearing on Tuesday to hear from stakeholders, gig workers and labor organizers.
New York State
Policy
Syracuse’s latest surge will focus on 5G
JMA Wireless has plans to manufacture the world’s first indoor 5G millimeter wave radio system.
New York City
Policy
Amid record low crime rates, SBA imagines a lawless hellscape
Why isn’t the sergeants union trying to take credit for New York City’s safety?
New York City
Policy
NYC schools begin contacting 9/11 survivors about health risks
Students and teachers near ground zero were exposed to toxins. They’re only being told now.
New York City
Policy
On-demand helicopters prompt climate concerns
Climate activists thought car emissions were bad but these helicopters are another story.
New York City
Policy
New York City Council contemplates banning biometric tech
Advocates are highlighting concerns about privacy and algorithmic flaws.
New York City
Policy
How New York City can take advantage of connected health devices
The city has seen positive responses from residents who've started using FitBits.
New York City
Policy
How the NYC Ferry could work
Experts weigh in on how to improve the city’s ferries without scrapping them.
Policy
Society doesn’t break down with 14th Street closed to cars
On Thursday morning, the city began its experimental transit initiative, preventing all passenger cars – including taxis and ride-hail app vehicles, such as Uber and Lyft – from driving on 14th Street in Manhattan between Third and Ninth avenues, from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
New York State
Policy
Will New York take net neutrality into its own hands?
A new federal ruling would let states to regulate the internet even if the FCC won’t.
New York City
Policy
Privacy group raises OMNY security concerns
The tap-and-go payment system may pose a threat to undocumented immigrants.
New York City
Policy
Unions talk trash as city nears waste zone deal
The two biggest unions in commercial waste hauling have never gotten along.
New York State
Policy
Michael Blake’s Airbnb bill a potential conflict of interest
The Assemblyman worked as a political consultant for a firm that was paid by Airbnb.
New York City
Policy
L train testing ultrawideband signal technology
On Friday the MTA will begin testing out the new signal equipment.
New York City
Policy
Public transportation is the future for ride-hail giants
Lyft and Uber are expanding their apps to include public transit information and directions.
New York City
Policy
Are Meatless Mondays healthy?
The options may not be inherently healthier, but are part of a more nutritious program.
New York State
Policy